Plas Johnson Dies: ‘The Pink Panther’ Theme Song Saxophonist Was 94

Plas Johnson, the saxophonist best known for his iconic solo in the 1963 The Pink Panther theme song, has died at age 94. Musician Bob Corritore shared a tribute honoring Johnson. Johnson also ...

The 100 Best LA Rap Songs of All Time, Ranked

These are the best LA rap songs of all time, featuring classics from Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, and more.

Plas Johnson, Saxophonist Behind ‘The Pink Panther,’ Dies at 94

His recording for the theme song, written by Henry Mancini, included a solo improvised in the studio. He also backed Frank ...
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They Came Like Swallows. Seven Requiems for the Children of Gaza

Claudio Zonta reviews They Came Like Swallows, exploring how music mourns the children of Gaza and gives voice to suffering ...
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Composer Charles-Henri Avelange Brings Music to ‘The Fireman’s Prayer’ For the First Time

Composer Charles-Henri Avelange sets The Fireman’s Prayer to music for the first time, honoring firefighters with a new ...

Linda Ronstadt's 40 best songs of all time, ranked. Her greatest hits

From "Long Long Time" and "Blue Bayou" to her hit duets with Aaron Neville, these are the 40 best Linda Ronstadt songs for ...